There is so, so very much going on in Detroit this weekend. Get out there and enjoy Detroit!
Weekend Roundup
1. Third Thursday Detroit Art Hop - Thursdays are the new Fridays! Over 55 galleries & businesses have extended hours and special events including artist's studios, one night only exhibitions, live music and more. June 20th.
2. River Days - Head to the Detroit Riverfront for land and water activities. Tall ships, riverboat tours, live music, food and carnival. June 21—23.
3. All American Jam - This new Mt. Clemens music festival features free entertainment by Annabelle Road plus Kiss and Arrowsmith tribute bands. There's also fireworks, food and a carnival. June 20—23.
4. The Science of Rock 'n' Roll - Explore the history of rock and roll, learn the science and technology behind music and find out how sounds are produced in this new interactive exhibit at the Michigan Science Center. June 20—December 31.
5. The Secret of the Kells - This edition of the Saturday Animation Club at the Detroit Film Theatre was a 2010 Academy Award Nominee. From the DIA's website, "magic, fantasy and Celtic mythology come together in a riot of color and detail that dazzle the eyes while telling a sweeping story." June 22nd.
And don't forget, the Ford Fireworks in downtown Detroit are on Monday, June 24th.
Bonus: Opa! Fest
Double Bonus: Detroit Summer Beer Fest and Wild West Summer Beer Fest
Triple Bonus: Extended hours at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum (PDF)
Super Cool Quadrupal Bonus: Go Skateboard Day with Andrew W.K.
Do you know of a great event going on in Metro Detroit this weekend? Add it to the comments and share it with us!